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Roof End Tile

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a circular, flat, brownish-gray clay tile with a raised floral design. The tile has a raised edge with small bumps around its circumference. The center of the tile features a flower-like pattern with a central circle surrounded by petal-like shapes. The tile appears old and weathered, with visible signs of wear and tear. It sits on a beige surface, which is slightly darker than the surrounding area. The background is a plain beige wall. The title of the image is "Roof End Tile" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
8th–9th century
Medium
Stoneware
Culture
Korea
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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